D’Addario EXL160TP nickel wound bass guitar strings deliver classic bass tone, reliable tuning stability, and consistent feel for long scale electric bass guitars. This twin pack includes two complete medium gauge sets (50–105), ideal for regular players and gigging musicians.

The EXL160TP twin pack features D’Addario’s industry-standard nickel-plated steel construction, producing punchy lows, clear mids, and crisp highs that work across a wide range of musical styles.

Manufactured in the USA using precision-drawn hexagonal steel cores and nickel-plated steel wrap wire, EXL160 strings provide dependable intonation, smooth playability, and consistent performance from set to set.

• Gauge: 50–105 (Medium)
• Includes 2 complete string sets (Twin Pack)
• Designed for long scale electric bass guitars
• Material: Nickel-plated steel wrap / hex steel core
• Punchy low end with focused midrange
• Bright, clear top end
• Consistent feel and reliable intonation
• Suitable for fingerstyle, pick, and slap playing
• Ideal for rock, pop, funk, blues, and general-purpose bass use
• Made in the USA

Classic Nickel Wound Bass Tone – Twin Pack Value

D’Addario EXL nickel wound bass strings are the most widely used bass strings in the world. The EXL160TP twin pack offers excellent value while delivering the familiar feel, tone, and durability bass players rely on.

Whether practicing, recording, or performing live, EXL160 strings provide consistent response and dependable performance across a wide range of playing techniques.

Frequently Asked Questions

What bass guitars are EXL160TP strings designed for?
They are designed for long scale electric bass guitars.

Are EXL160TP bass strings balanced tension?
No. Balanced Tension bass strings are only available in D’Addario models that include “BT” in the SKU.

Is the EXL160TP suitable for slap bass?
Yes. The nickel-plated steel construction provides clear attack and strong fundamentals, making them suitable for slap, fingerstyle, and pick playing.